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Unread 11/15/2015, 08:25 AM   #2651
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RE want use in the future for all bigger models, the 60 Watt RD3 Speedy.
The 50 Watt RD3 is perfect for the SM 250, most peoples runs with 30-40 watt maximum. Begining from 2016, we use only two RD3-Skimmer pumps :
150 - 1500 L/H Airintake and 250 - 2500 L/H....

Here any Pictures from a *Closed Loop Dreambox* include a Supermarines 250







Hope it helps...


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Unread 11/15/2015, 03:13 PM   #2652
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That looks great. I cant wait to get my 1.3g reactor and sm250.


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Unread 11/20/2015, 03:17 PM   #2653
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What would be the recommended brand/size of neck cleaner for a Double Cone 180?


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Unread 11/20/2015, 03:33 PM   #2654
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What would be the recommended brand/size of neck cleaner for a Double Cone 180?
You would need a 180mm one. I prefer the Vertex Vectra over the Swabbie as the Vectra's have the routed out channel in the underside of the lid to help center it on the collection cup. Avast got rid of that routed out channel on their swabbie and solely rely on the thumb screws which in my opinion is a short coming.


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Unread 11/20/2015, 06:09 PM   #2655
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Awesome, thank you Scott!


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Unread 11/20/2015, 06:30 PM   #2656
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Awesome, thank you Scott!
Glad to help. You will love having an SCH (neck cleaner). The Vectra (and swabbie) use pretty slow motors. Run it once or twice a day for 60 seconds. I would start at once a day and see how that works. I've been running my Skim Clean Aqua Driver SCH for 5 years now and it was by far the best addition to skimmers I have ever seen. Mine runs once a day for 15 seconds and my neck is always clean though the Skim Clean uses a much faster gear driven motor. You will love the improved consistency and performance one adds to the skimmer along with the reduced maintenance. My collection cup only gets removed for cleaning every 6 months now and even then, it doesn't need to come off. I only do it to give the inside of the cup a thorough cleaning.


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Unread 11/20/2015, 06:41 PM   #2657
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I just saw the Vertex online and with Thanksgiving sales starting this week it will be a no brainer purchase.


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Unread 11/20/2015, 07:07 PM   #2658
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^^^What is the correct Vectra for the SM 200? Also, any likelihood of RE making a neck cleaner?


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Unread 11/21/2015, 07:09 AM   #2659
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There is a shipment from Germany that is in customs right now in Miami and should arrive in Ft. Myers anytime. There are SM250's on those pallets and I do believe they will include the 60w pumps. That said, you likely will never exceed 38 watts on that skimmer as I've found 37 to 38 watts to be the sweet spot for the SM250. As such, the larger pump won't make a bit of difference as the increased maximum RPM isn't needed on that skimmer. They are just standardizing the pumps between the larger model skimmers as it keeps things a bit easier from a bill of material and inventory standpoint.
Any ETA on a shipment of Supermarins making it to Premium Aquatics? I would like to take advantage of the black Friday 10% off sale on a Supermarin 200. The Premium Aquatics site is out of stock on Supermarines, wont let me place an order.

The sale is posted to take place on 11/23/15 Midnight to 11/30/15 Midnight.

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Unread 11/21/2015, 08:04 AM   #2660
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Is there a neck cleaner that would work for bkmini 160? Black Friday is near and if there is one I would like to get it
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Unread 11/21/2015, 12:51 PM   #2661
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^^^What is the correct Vectra for the SM 200? Also, any likelihood of RE making a neck cleaner?

You would need the 200mm lid for the SM200. RE does have one but they aren't typically stocked in the US probably due in large part to the cost and much cheaper competition in the US with the Vectra and Swabbie.. The motor on the BK one is made by Aquadriver and it's the same as the Skim Clean. They are several hundred dollars though. This is mine complete with the washdown. I purchased it several years back but it's by far the best SCH money can buy. Unlike the Vectrta and Swabbie, the motor on these units is gear driven which means less load on the motor and a higher turning rate. There is a new version in the works but it won't be available until early next year. Once they are ready to ship, I expect RE to make those available but I also expect the Skim Cleans to be available in the US as well though the dealer chain may be limited due to their higher cost.





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Unread 11/21/2015, 01:00 PM   #2662
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Any ETA on a shipment of Supermarins making it to Premium Aquatics? I would like to take advantage of the black Friday 10% off sale on a Supermarin 200. The Premium Aquatics site is out of stock on Supermarines, wont let me place an order.

The sale is posted to take place on 11/23/15 Midnight to 11/30/15 Midnight.

Please advice.
Premium Aquatics order was shipped out earlier this week. Weds I think. Everything they had on order was filled including Supermarin's. If you can't place your order on line, give them a call or email them so you can secure yours. They should arrive Monday or Tuesday at the latest.


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Is there a neck cleaner that would work for bkmini 160? Black Friday is near and if there is one I would like to get it
Thanks
Yes, you would need to order one with a 160mm lid and the Vectra is available with that sized lid.


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Unread 11/24/2015, 02:17 PM   #2663
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I am thinking of taking advantage of black friday sales and ordering the sm250 for my 300 gallon that is almost done being fully setup.

@slief I thought I read somewhere a while back where someone said the skimmer pumps were soon to be coming with the cable that can be disconnected from the control box the way the rd3 230 is. Was that just wishful thinking or is that going to be the case in the future or possibly with the new wave of 60w pumps on the sm's?


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Unread 11/24/2015, 03:05 PM   #2664
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I am thinking of taking advantage of black friday sales and ordering the sm250 for my 300 gallon that is almost done being fully setup.

@slief I thought I read somewhere a while back where someone said the skimmer pumps were soon to be coming with the cable that can be disconnected from the control box the way the rd3 230 is. Was that just wishful thinking or is that going to be the case in the future or possibly with the new wave of 60w pumps on the sm's?
You will love the skimmer! That feature if you want to call it that is coming in the future although I am not sure when. The SM250's don't currently have the 60 watt pump that has that connection. I run the same skimmer with the RD3 50 on my 480G display and it's not a big deal for me. I have the controller mounted with 2 screws and it pops right off although a quick connect would certainly be more convenient. The again, I only clean my every 4 to 5 months anyway. I usually end up cleaning the pump right next to the sump. A container of vinegar, scrub brush and a container of water and it's done in 10 minutes.

Having said that, is your display 300 gallons or is that the total system gallons? What's you stock load?


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Unread 11/28/2015, 03:13 PM   #2665
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Thanks for reply slief
I have one more question.
What would you suggest be a good water level for my bkmini 160. Do not have a big bio load. Is higher or lower level better for lower doc. Or does water level not make a difference.
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Unread 11/28/2015, 05:55 PM   #2666
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Thanks for reply slief
I have one more question.
What would you suggest be a good water level for my bkmini 160. Do not have a big bio load. Is higher or lower level better for lower doc. Or does water level not make a difference.
Thanks in advance
The lower the DOC, typically the higher the level. I'd probably start around 7.75" - 8" with the wedge pipe wide open and see how it runs.


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Unread 12/02/2015, 11:43 AM   #2667
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Got some new stuff in the mail yesterday. The worst part is I'm out of town. My daughter had to send me this pic.




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Unread 12/02/2015, 11:56 AM   #2668
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Got some new stuff in the mail yesterday. The worst part is I'm out of town. My daughter had to send me this pic.

Very nice!


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Unread 12/04/2015, 04:10 PM   #2669
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Just received my Superman 250 yesterday as well. Very psyched to get this guy working. The level of quality is something I have never seen before in all my 20 years in this hobby.


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Unread 12/04/2015, 11:57 PM   #2670
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Jsousa, let's see some pictures of that beast! What size tank is it for, I was considering the SM 250 for a minute but I am going with the double cone 200 for my tank.


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Unread 12/05/2015, 11:20 AM   #2671
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Just received my Superman 250 yesterday as well. Very psyched to get this guy working. The level of quality is something I have never seen before in all my 20 years in this hobby.
Set that thing in about 8.5-8.75" of water and the pump at 37 watts. You can fine tune from there but that should be pretty close to perfect if you have a reasonable load. I'd suggest washing it well before you put it in.


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Unread 12/05/2015, 06:03 PM   #2672
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Thanks Scott. Will do.

It's good to know there is support in the US now for BK. I was worried about it before I made the purchase because I heard things didn't go so well with the previous rep.

Anyway, the tank isn't here yet. Should be complete in the next week or 2. It's a reef Savvy. 72' x 36" x 25.5" - about 280 gallons. Felix is also building me a frag tank, 55" x 21" x 12". And I have a sump being made by Tyler at Elite Aquatics. The full volume of the system should be somewhere around 430 gallons.

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jsousa, let's see some pictures of that beast! What size tank is it for, i was considering the sm 250 for a minute but i am going with the double cone 200 for my tank.


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Unread 12/05/2015, 10:47 PM   #2674
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Just a heads up. We are now an official Reef Central Sponsor with our own forum here. If you guys have any questions or issues feel free to use our new forum section. Over the coming days, I will be adding resources there to help with setup of the various skimmers as well as detailed info on the skimmers, pumps and dream boxes.

http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/fo...play.php?f=745


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Just a heads up. We are now an official Reef Central Sponsor with our own forum here. If you guys have any questions or issues feel free to use our new forum section. Over the coming days, I will be adding resources there to help with setup of the various skimmers as well as detailed info on the skimmers, pumps and dream boxes.

http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/fo...play.php?f=745
Great move. With a product of this caliber, Customer Service should be equally as great.

Probably should create a site for US as well with Tech Support, Store and forums. Make it real.


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